Expert: Dmitry Livshits - 12/31/2009

Question
Hello Dmitry,

I was given a box containing coins from roughly a dozen countries. Through the Blackbook on World Coins, and online research, I have been able to identify the country of origin of most of the coins. I came across one that has stomped me. On the obverse is Leopold II ROI Des Belges, which lead me to believe it is from Belgium. But the the reverse is where I am running in to difficulty. There is no date, but I can clearly make out a 0 (zero) to the left of the shield. The coin is silver, and roughly 2 mm in diameter. I looked at both Centimes and Francs, and nothing seems to match. Is it possible that is coinage of another colony? I can send and image if you need one. Thanks for any help you can provide.

Answer
Hi Tony,
This sounds like it may possibly be from the Beligian Congo colony, which would make it a fairly scarce coin.
I am afraid that just by the description I am unable to tell you what the coin is or it's value. Please do post a follow-up question with a clear photo and I will certainly assist you to the best of my abilities.
Thanks for the question! =)